BES646 - FOOD GROUPS IN ADVANCED NUTRITION

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)
Application
(hours/week)
Credit ECTS
FOOD GROUPS IN ADVANCED NUTRITION BES646 2nd Semester 2 0 2 6
Prequisites-
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Preparing and/or Presenting Reports
 
Instructor (s)Lecturers in Division of Nutritional Sciences  
Course objectiveTo review the general features of food groups, to discuss principles of preparation and cooking techniques, to evaluate recommended daily allowances according to different age and genders, to compare nutrient contents and to evaluate the role of these food groups in healthy nutrition  
Learning outcomes
  1. Obtain general information about the basic food groups in the food.
  2. Obtain information on the physicochemical properties of foods.
  3. Obtain food groups in the food preparation, cooking principles.
  4. Learn the recommended daily allowances of different age and gender.
  5. Obtain information on the energy and nutrient content
  6. Obtain information on the location of healthy nutrients nutrition.
  7. Gain the ability to analyze and present the information obtained
Course ContentIdentification of foods in food groups, classification, physicochemical properties, daily intake recommendations, the energy and nutrient content of its effects on health 
References1-Whitney E., Rolfes SR. (ed). Understanding Nutrition,12th edition,Wadsworth,Cengage learning, 2011.
2-Brown A. Understanding Food Pinciples and Preparation, 4th edition, Wadsworth, Cengage learning, 2011
3. Articles 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Physicochemical properties of the basic food groups defined
Week 2Milk and dairy products, energy - nutrient contents and preparation-cooking principles
Week 3Recommendations of daily intake of milk and milk products and their effects on health
Week 4Meat and meat products, energy - nutrient contents and preparation-cooking principles
Week 5Recommendations of daily intake of meat and meat products and their effects on health-I
Week 6Recommendations of daily intake of meat and meat products and their effects on health-II
Week 7Midterm exam (theoretical)
Week 8Vegetables and fruits energy - nutrient contents and preparation-cooking principles
Week 9Recommendations of daily intake of fruits and vegetables and their effects on health
Week 10Bread and cereal products, energy - nutrient contents and preparation-cooking principles
Week 11Bread and cereal products daily intake recommendations, and its effects on health
Week 12Oils energy - nutrient contents and preparation-cooking principles
Week 13Recommendations of daily intake of fats and their effects on health
Week 14Sugars energy - nutrient contents and preparation-cooking principles, Recommendations of daily intake of sugars and their effects on health
Week 15Preparation for Final Exam
Week 16Final exam (theoretical)

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance00
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments00
Presentation125
Project00
Seminar125
Midterms00
Final exam150
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes250
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes150
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 2 28
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application000
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14456
Presentation / Seminar Preparation22550
Project000
Homework assignment000
Midterms (Study duration)000
Final Exam (Study duration) 13535
Total Workload3166169

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Has up-to-date knowledge based on evidence in the field and is knowledgeable about technological tools.    X
2. Interprets, analyzes, and reports data from individual or interdisciplinary scientific studies.    X
3. Conducts scientific research using the technological equipment necessary to generate new knowledge based on the information acquired in the field.    X
4. Conducts synthesis and analysis of acquired information, interprets, reports findings.    X
5. Utilizes appropriate statistical methods for the analysis of scientific research.  X  
6. Publishes and presents scientific articles independently or collaboratively on field-related topics.   X 
7. Takes responsibility when faced with problems related to the field, sets an example for the community, proposes solutions, and utilizes communication technologies.   X 
8. Embraces lifelong learning principles, keeps oneself updated, evaluates and interprets scientific articles with evidence-based practices.   X 
9. Engages in national or international teamwork within the field, discusses and shares current scientific developments with individuals or groups outside the field through verbal or written communication when necessary.   X 
10. Gathers and interprets scientific information ethically, contributes to, conducts, manages, and evaluates studies that will guide national and international nutrition plans and policies, prioritizing individuals and society.    X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest